UK girl's name
Caydence
Origin uncertain, possibly a feminine variation of Caden, meaning "spirit, source, wellspring".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Caydence is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Caydence popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 10 births.
This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2007 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 32 living people in the UK are called Caydence. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Caydence ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 10 girls were registered as Caydence.
- • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Caydence as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
10 births
Estimated living
32
2026
Meaning
What does Caydence mean?
The name Caydence is a relatively modern name, first appearing in the late 20th century. It is an English name, likely derived from the word "cadence," which has its roots in the Latin word "cadere," meaning "to fall." The name may have been inspired by the musical term "cadence," which refers to the rhythmic flow or sequence of sounds in a piece of music.
While the name Caydence is not found in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its origins can be traced back to the late 1900s. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Caydence was in the United States birth records from the 1980s and 1990s, as parents began to embrace more unique and creative names for their children.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Caydence. Caydence Cook (born 1998) is an American actress known for her roles in the television series "Bizaardvark" and "Chicken Girls." Caydence Rae (born 2002) is an American social media personality and YouTuber, best known for her lifestyle and makeup content.
Another individual named Caydence is Caydence Purvis (born 2002), an American singer and songwriter who gained recognition through her participation in the reality competition show "The X Factor" in 2013. Caydence Walker (born 1996) is an American professional basketball player who played for the University of Texas and was drafted by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA.
Lastly, Caydence Morris (born 1997) is a Canadian actress and singer who has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Next Step" and "Backstage."
While the name Caydence is relatively new and modern, it has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting the trend toward unique and distinctive names. The name's melodic sound and connection to music and rhythm may have contributed to its appeal among parents seeking a name that is both creative and meaningful.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Caydence over time
The chart below shows babies named Caydence registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Caydence, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Caydence by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Caydence was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4624 | 29 | 6 |
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Caydence
- Chloe 111,265
- Charlotte 88,733
- Caitlin 28,931
- Courtney 23,162
- Chelsea 13,049
- Clara 9,435
- Connie 8,402
- Catherine 8,376
- Charlie 7,964
- Cerys 7,506
- Casey 7,018
- Cara 6,375
FAQ
Caydence: questions and answers
How popular is the name Caydence in the UK right now?
In 2017, Caydence was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Caydence most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 10 babies registered as Caydence in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Caydence?
Origin uncertain, possibly a feminine variation of Caden, meaning "spirit, source, wellspring".
How many people are called Caydence in the UK?
A total of 32 babies have been registered as Caydence across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.